The Oklahoma City Thunder are closer than ever to winning their first title since moving to Oklahoma. After a huge Game 7 win over the Denver Nuggets, the Thunder are heading to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2016.
Over the weekend, the Thunder crushed the Nuggets 125-93. Shai Gigeous-Alexander led the way with 35 points, and Jalen Williams added 24. The team played amazing defense, forcing 23 turnovers. This big statement win showed that the Thunder are ready for the next step.
The Thunder had the best regular-season record in the NBA this year, winning 68 games. They also had the highest average point difference, which means they weren’t just winning, they were dominating. That shows how strong this team is on both ends of the court.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has become one of the best players in the league. He stays calm under pressure and makes big plays when needed. He’s even an MVP finalist this season. Jalen Williams continues to improve every game, and rookie Chet Holmgren is already a huge part of the team. Together, they make a fast, smart, and exciting group.
It wouldn’t be possible without their bench. Even when the starters sit, the energy stays high. Players like Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Cason Wallace bring hustle, good defense, and smart plays. This kind of depth helps the team stay strong in long games and tough playoff series. A deep bench is often the difference between a good team and a great one, and right now, the Thunder look like a great one.
Coach Mark Daigneault has helped this young team grow quickly. In Game 7, he made a bold move by putting smaller guard Alex Caruso on Denver’s big star Nikola Jokic. It worked, and it shows how smart and fearless the Thunder’s coaching staff has been all season.
The Thunder now face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. If they win this series, they will go to the NBA Finals. Right now, they are seen as the favorites to win it all.
They play great team basketball. Their coach makes smart choices. Their young players are confident and hungry to win. The Thunder are no longer just a young, rebuilding team. They’re serious title contenders, and this could finally be the year they bring a championship to Oklahoma City.